Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to common membership, training and market questions
Find clear information about joining MBPA, member benefits, training, honey marketing and partnership opportunities.
How can MBPA help?
These answers are based on the Association's approved website content and explain the most common enquiries received from prospective members, existing members and partner organisations.
Who can become a member?
Anyone involved in the bee products value chain may apply, including beekeepers, cooperatives, processors, traders, exporters, researchers, NGOs, government institutions, financial institutions, service providers and private companies.
Why should I join MBPA?
Members gain access to industry representation, networking opportunities, technical support, market information, policy advocacy, training programmes, partnerships, research findings and business-development opportunities.
Does MBPA provide training?
Yes. MBPA organises and supports training in modern beekeeping, hive management, honey harvesting, processing, quality assurance, marketing, cooperative development and business management.
Can MBPA assist with honey marketing?
Yes. MBPA works to strengthen market linkages, promote value addition, improve quality standards and facilitate access to local and export markets.
How can my organisation partner with MBPA?
Organisations interested in supporting Malawi's bee products industry should contact the MBPA Secretariat to discuss collaboration in sustainable beekeeping, markets, research, climate resilience, youth and women empowerment, investment, capacity building or policy development.
Contact the MBPA Secretariat
Use the contact form for questions about membership categories, applications, payments, training, marketing support or partnerships.